Journal

i love enamelware!

MJG loves summer and isn’t such a big fan of winter but when the weather is cold He loves a hearty, home cooked meal – comfort foods, you really can’t beat a Bread and Butter Pudding or a classic Roast in winter right?! and what better way to prepare and serve it but with enamelware. […]

pallet project

MJG is always a fan of re-thinking and re-cycling and spotted the Clever people at Studio Mama thanks to Share Design where you can download instructions on how to turn a shipping pallet into numerous pieces of furniture including this low chair. Click to see more and download your instructions here

zuster sydney showroom visit

Melbourne made and designed furniture company Zuster has finally opened its very own Sydney showroom. Meaning sister in Dutch it is run by 2 sisters. Launching in 1995 the company prides itself on craftsmanship of classic timber furniture with an up to date appeal. The space in Surry Hills  showcases their furniture designs along with […]

urban walkabout style seekers shoot

MJG styled a shoot for Urban Walkabout a little while ago that now appears in The latest Style Seekers Magazine – here’s a peek click here to see more or view online here or pick up a printed copy of the magazine. Images Thanks to Urban Walkabout and Matt Hoggett  

vampt surry hills show room visit

Everyone knows MJG has long loved all things vintage. There’s something special about things that have a story and a little history – not everything in your home needs to be brand new. One of the best places to get authentic, original vintage furniture in Sydney is Vampt , their two showrooms are full of […]

jardan – factory sale

MJG loves local design and a bargain so the Jardan Factory sale is not to be missed- this coming Saturday and Sunday!!

collector store visit

MJG loves hitting the shops to check out whats new and exciting – Surry Hills is always on the list. Fashion and Home merge in to one in store at Collector Store to create a cool collection for your home and wardrobe. Stocking an edited range for Men, Woman as well as Home and Gifts. […]

seasonal concepts store visit

One of MJG’s favourite Sydney stores is Seasonal Concepts a popular store with many stylists, He loves to pop in often- Guaranteed you will  always find something unexpected. The store located in Redfern (the new Surry Hills?) is run by Ken (pictured below) it specialises  in old wares, flowers and more. Its a rather theatrical store filled […]

missoni home candles

MJG is a huge fan of iconic brand Missoni and is excited to share that they have collaborated with US- based aromatics and fragrance company Apothia to create their Missoni home candles collection. The collection includes 5 distinct candles in signature Missoni motifs and are now available in store and online at Spence a& Lyda and retail for $95 […]

country road flower cart

Head in store to Country Road South Yarra to check out their special Mothers Day Flower cart. Offering fresh cut flowers and herbs as well as potted varieties. Just another great way to make you Mum feel special. I can only image how wonderful those Hyacinths smell! Exclusive to Country Road South Yarra until Sunday […]

thanks monocle

Thanks Monocle Magazine for sharing the love… check out their latest issue!  

family

In the front of A Place called Home MJG thanks his Mum and Dad for their support, in the book there a a few little personal touches – pictured here are MJG’s mum and dad very much in love when they were young and also on their Wedding Day. Don’t forget its Mothers day this […]

yellow bungalow bondi store visit

MJG’s favourite Bondi store Yellow Bungalow has just moved to a bigger and better corner store space (still in Bondi) Moving a block down the street closer to the beach for more wall and floor space the store has a much bigger collection of furniture, rugs, art, home wares, books and gifts. Owner Brad works […]

i like birds – paddington store visit

Home wares store I Like Birds in William Street Paddington is a cute and cosy store with an eclectic and fun mix of old and new – with a strong focus on the decorative. Owner Tamara has an eye for vintage finds (regularly scouring markets) mixed with new pieces creating a treasured layered look. MJG […]

koskela loves leila

MJG loves Sydney Artist Leila Jeffreys and her awesome work – well known for her portraits of iconic Australian bird life, you can currently see her works gracing the walls at Koskela – seems they are rather taken by her work too! Koskela 85 Dunning Ave Rosebery Thanks Leila and Kristen for the image

west elm – now open

West Elm – finally opened their first Australian store this week in Bondi Junction – the long awaited, much anticipated arrival has finally come – Creative director and Aussie Vanessa Holden was on hand for a media preview and store tour – here is a little look inside… West Elm at the Exchange Building 427 […]

rapee florence broadhurst home collection

MJG a few weeks ago worked on a very exciting shoot with Rapee and is excited to share the finished images here. Florence Broadhurst the designer and her designs are iconic and well know to many – Rapee have just released a brand new home collection that includes cushions, throws, kitchen, dining and outdoor .The […]

make me iconic

Make Me Iconic is a Melbourne based design company who creates home wares that brings to life  some very iconic moments mainly from Melbourne –  MJG is loving this cheeky cushion (its reversable) The rivalry between Melbourne and Sydney is well known, each city having its own personality and distinct charms MJG is fortunate to […]

wool week

Campaign for wool Celebrates Wool Week in conjunction with a number of retail store to put wool under the spotlight with some very cool displays. Click here for more details or visit the showrooms to take a look for yourself. Koskela   Fanuli Designer Rugs Orson and Blake

xavier & me new porcelain table ware

Local Sydney company Xavier & Me well know for their fabrics and cushions have now just launched their very own fine bone china table ware collection which consists of simple colours and shapes with a pop of colour. The collection is handmade and dishwasher safe. MJG loves the soft watery glaze finish and thinks this is […]